FWS Student Psychology Department Assistants

Kentucky State University; Frankfort (KY); On-site; USD 16,531 - 20,664; Part time

Job summary

Kentucky State University in Frankfort, KY, seeks 3 Part-time FWS Student Psychology Department Assistants in Hathaway Hall. Responsibilities include assisting faculty and students, organizing files, managing emails, and coordinating events and research activities.

Ideal candidates are enrolled in psychology or related programs with strong organizational and communication skills, able to work independently, and available for at least 15 hours per week. Equal opportunity employer.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in a psychology or related program.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Attention to detail and professionalism.
• Ability to work independently.
• Flexible schedule for 15+ hours per week.
• Experience with office software is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Support faculty, staff, and students with administrative tasks.
• Organize files and maintain communication databases.
• Respond to emails and inquiries from students, faculty, and staff.
• Assist in preparing materials for courses and coordinate events.
• Support faculty research labs by collecting data and entering data.
• Monitor study spaces and assist with psychology lab equipment.
• Provide guidance on departmental resources.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Professionalism

Independent work

Social media management

Education

Enrollment in psychology or related program

Tools

Microsoft Office

Canvas

Job description

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FWS Student Psychology Department Assistants

PT FED WORK STUDY STUDENT - 610105 Frankfort, KY, US

2 days ago Requisition ID: 2494

Job Title : Student Psychology Department Assistants

Number of positions: 3

Department: School of Psychology

Job Location: Hathaway Hall 231

Supervisor/Timekeeper: Department Chair Shambra Mulder, PhD

Duties and Responsibilities:

Psychology Department Student Assistants provide support to faculty, staff, and students within the department. Responsibilities include assisting with administrative tasks such as organizing files, maintaining communication databases, and responding to emails or inquiries of students, faculty, and staff. Students will support faculty in preparing materials for courses, manage departmental social media accounts, and assist in coordinating events like guest lectures or research presentations. Additionally, Student Assistants may support faculty research labs by collecting and entering data, conducting literature reviews, or helping with recruitment for studies. Other tasks may include monitoring study spaces, assisting with psychology lab equipment, and providing general guidance to students regarding departmental resources.

Qualifications and Requirements:

To qualify for this position, students must be enrolled in a psychology or related program and demonstrate strong organizational and communication skills. Attention to detail, professionalism, and the ability to work independently are essential. Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Canvas, and other administrative software is preferred. Experience with social media management is a plus. Candidates should have a flexible schedule that allows for a consistent work commitment of 15 hours or more per week. Prior experience in an office or academic setting is beneficial but not required. Enthusiasm for psychology and a willingness to learn are highly valued qualities in successful candidates.

KENTUCKY STATE UNIVERSITY is an Equal Opportunity Employer

The functions, qualifications, knowledge/skills, and physical requirements listed in this job description represent the essential duties of the job, which the incumbent must be able to perform either with or without reasonable accommodation. The Job Functions listed do not necessarily include all activities that the individual may perform.